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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Returns to DFW
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is reopening its doors in the Dallas-Fort Worth markets this summer. All five locations that recently closed as part of the franchisee’s Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing will be owned and operated by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Set to reopen in rapid succession this summer are DFW’s Cedars, Denton, Lake Highlands, Las Colinas, and Richardson locations.
Shakespeare Dallas presents Twelfth Night and Scenes from the Odyssey
Summertime in the city means Shakespeare Dallas is back, with timeless productions of Twelfth Night and Scenes from The Odyssey by Mary Zimmerman (adapted from the translation of “The Odyssey” by Robert Fitzgerald). The 52nd Shakespeare in the Park festival shows run concurrently Wednesday-Sunday at the Samuell-Grand Amphitheater (1500 Tenison Parkway in Dallas) through July 21.
DFW Airport Continues Record-Breaking Summer with 1.5 Million Passengers for Independence Day Holiday
DFW AIRPORT, Texas (June 28, 2024) – What is expected to be the busiest summer travel season on record has arrived at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The Independence Day holiday travel period – from Wednesday, July 3 through Monday, July 8 – is projected to bring an estimated 1.5 million travelers through DFW, an increase of 5.5 percent over the same time last year.
17th Annual Fort Worth’s Fourth Features Fireworks Extravaganza on the Trinity River & New Title Sponsor U.S. LawShield
FORT WORTH, TX, June 27, 2024 – Fort Worth’s Fourth, one of North Texas’ largest Independence Day celebrations, will return to Panther Island Pavilion in Fort Worth next Thursday, July 4 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Now in its 17th year, the event will again be...
Stunning Dolce by Wyndham Versailles Opens in Famed Domaine Du Montcel Park
LONDON, June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has officially opened the doors to its newest hotel, the luxurious Dolce by Wyndham Versailles – Domaine du Montcel. Nestled in the outskirts of Paris in famed Domaine du Montcel Park, just minutes from the world-renowned Palace of Versailles, the striking 178-room resort sits on a charming estate in the heart of the beautiful Bièvre Valley and opens just as the world prepares to turn its competitive gaze to Paris this summer.
West Nile Samples Detected-Spraying Scheduled For Cedar Hill & Glenn Heights
DALLAS (June 27, 2024) – The Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) laboratory has confirmed mosquito samples that have tested positive for West Nile Virus. The mosquito samples were collected from the 75104 and 75154 zip codes in Cedar Hill, and Glenn Highs, TX. In conjunction with the Dallas County municipalities, mosquito abatement teams are responding by treating impacted areas. DCHHS has scheduled ground spraying in the below area(s), weather permitting.
Cedar Hill Resident Travis Canady Transitions from Music to Novels
Cedar Hill resident Travis Canady found success as a rapper, songwriter, and actor before turning his hand to writing, where he also achieved great success with his first novel, “Augustine.” Canady’s first major record deal was in 2012 with faith-based label Tate Music Group. He released three albums on the label, finding National Airplay Chart success for the song, “Save Me.” The song reached number 12 on the National Airplay Top 50 Christian/Gospel Chart, and number 23 on the Top 50 Pop Chart.
Jack Stemmelin Revolutionizes Travel with Explorist AI, Putting the Power of Discovery in Your Hands
Traveling can be such an adventure. Traveling, however, should be easy. Time spent should be on getting to destinations, not trying to find them. Jack Stemmelin, a former Midlothian resident now in Chicago, understands completely. That’s why he invented an app he named Explorist AI. “In a nutshell, my...
EMPOWER is Hiring Service-Oriented Individuals Focused on Supporting and Strengthening North Texas Children and Families
DALLAS – June 20, 2024 – EMPOWER, a nonprofit child welfare collaborative, is expanding its mission-driven team with dedicated, service-oriented professionals who have a passion for family wellbeing and making a difference in their community. EMPOWER is hiring permanency case managers, permanency support workers, permanency supervisors and crisis support workers across North Texas in the Metroplex East region, which includes Dallas, Grayson, Fannin, Collin, Hunt, Rockwall, Kaufman, Ellis and Navarro counties.
Cruel Summer Band Pays Tribute to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour at Red, White & BBQ Event
Duncanville event organizers are excited to welcome CRUEL SUMMER with a live band performance that pays tribute to Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” as headliners for the first annual Red, White & BBQ Independence Day weekend event. The tribute band features the talent and charisma of front woman...
Portillos’s Plans To Open “Restaurant of the Future” designs In Grapevine
OAK BROOK, Ill., June 26, 2024 – Portillo’s (NASDAQ: PTLO), the fast-casual restaurant concept known for its menu of unrivaled Chicago-style street food, today announced plans to open three new locations in the state of Texas by the end of year – two in the Houston-area and one in the Dallas-area.
Bass Pro Shops Grand Prairie Celebrates Grand Opening Tonight
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas – Bass Pro Shops will celebrate the official Grand Opening of its new Outdoor World retail location in Grand Prairie, Texas, with a special Evening for Conservation, open to the public, on June 26. (. Bass Pro Shops, 3720 S State Highway 161, Grand Prairie, TX...
Letter To The Editor: “The Most American Word,” a Special Fourth of July Message from Ellis County Judge Todd Little
“The Most American Word,” a Special Fourth of July Message from Ellis County Judge Todd Little:. “Hearing the words ‘Fourth of July’ conjures images in my mind of glimmering fireworks, backyard barbeques, and family time. I am grateful to live in the United States of America, and despite all that we have seen happening in our country lately, I think that most Americans are still proud of the reasons why we celebrate Independence Day.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $38.9M in Infrastructure Grants for Texas
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced $38.9 million for four projects in Texas, part of $1.8 billion in awards from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary grant program. Today’s awards fund 148 projects nationwide and bring the total amount of Biden-Harris Administration RAISE grants to more than $7.2 billion for over 550 projects across the country.
Duncanville Welcomes Victor Barrera as New Economic Development Director
DUNCANVILLE, TX – The City of Duncanville is pleased to announce the appointment of Victor Barrera as the City’s new Economic Development Director. “We’re happy to welcome someone with Victor’s background, nearly 20 years of experience, and passion for economic development and planning to our senior leadership team,” said City Manager Douglas E. Finch. “He, along with LoLecia Day, who was recently appointed as our Assistant Director of Economic Development, is set to play an integral role as we continue working to improve the economic well-being and quality of life in Duncanville.”
CITY OF DUNCANVILLE, TEXAS REQUEST FOR BID RFB 24-0025
The City of Duncanville, TX is soliciting sealed Bids from qualified respondents for RFB 24-0025. REAL PROPERTY SALE. Bids will be accepted until 2:00 P.M. and publicly opened at 2:30 P.M. on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at City Hall. Minimum Bid Amount: $60,000. Property Address: 4 Belmont Place, Duncanville, Texas...
DeSoto Mayor Pro Temp Selection Process Sparks Controversy
DESOTO – Citizen’s comments took up most of the time at the most recent DeSoto City Council meeting. Shanitta Cleveland began the comments with a thorough discussion of the May 21 Mayor Pro Tem vote. While she spoke for three minutes and then had her microphone turned off, she had an issue with the recent voting for the city’s Mayor Pro Tem. Cleveland felt, as did others who spoke after her, that Place 5 Dinah Marks had originally won and not current Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes, who is serving her second Mayor Pro Tem term.
Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort Expands Family-Friendly Offerings
RIVIERA NAYARIT, MEXICO – Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort recently announced the unveiling of new suites, culinary experiences, amenities, and attractions, which complement the resort’s existing family-friendly offerings. Designed by renowned architect Sordo Madaleno and part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection, the resort first welcomed guests in the summer of 2021.
Petmate cited for 1 willful, 8 serious violations, faces $278K in penalties
ARLINGTON, TX – A federal workplace safety investigation of a global manufacturer and distributor of pet products in Arlington identified one willful violation and eight serious violations of required safety regulations during its investigation into how an employee suffered severe facial burns in December 2023. Inspectors with the U.S....
CITY OF MIDLOTHIAN ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE 2024-22 An ordinance of the City of Midlothian, Texas, amending the City of Midlothian Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map, as amended, by granting a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a secondary dwelling relating to the use and development of Lot 28 of Sunshine Place – Phase II, presently zoned Agricultural (A) District, and adopting conditions; providing for a conflicts resolution clause; providing a severability clause; providing a savings clause; providing a penalty of fine not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2,000) for each offense; and providing an effective date.
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